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Review: Dad’s Hat Bottled in Bond Rye (2024)

Drinkhacker

In the early years of the United States, many American farmers regarded the distillation of rye whiskey at home as a basic right. When the federal government imposed an excise tax on whiskey in 1791, these farmers strongly opposed the measure, with some even threatening to secede from the Union. This conflict, known as the Whiskey Rebellion , was ultimately unsuccessful, but it underscored the significance of rye whiskey in the nation’s formative years.

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Woodford Reserve Core Range Explained: The Ultimate Guide

The Whiskey Wash

Discover the Woodford Reserve core range, from styles to prices. Woodford Reserve is one of the most recognizable names in American whiskey. Produced in the heart of Kentucky at a historic site dating back to 1812, it’s a brand that blends heritage with modern precision. Known for its balanced, flavor-rich expressions and signature 90.4 proof strength, Woodford Reserve has built a loyal following among casual drinkers and whiskey enthusiasts alike.

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Review: Oaklore Port Cask Rye

Drinkhacker

Oaklore Distilling is situated in Matthews, North Carolina, a suburb just southeast of Charlotte. Though a relatively new name in the world of distilling, Oaklore has forged strong partnerships with sister distilleries in Hickman, Kentucky, and Statesville, North Carolina, collaborating to produce their bourbon and rye whiskey through contract distillation.

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GSN Review: Jacob’s Pardon Small Batch Recipe #3

Good Spirits News

A whiskey steeped in Prohibition-era history, Jacob’s Pardon, recently released Jacob’s Pardon Small Batch Recipe #3. Bottled from 211 uncharred new barrels, the whiskey has been aged 18 years. The whiskey was initially launched in October 2020 by Marc D. Taub and his son Jake, known for their successful wine and spirits import businesses—Palm Bay International and Taub Family Selections—with renowned author and spirits authority F.

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.